Lot 876 - ANTIQUE CHINESE QING JADE BI DISC AND INKSTONE

A pair of antique Chinese jade carvings. Late Qing dynasty, before 1912. First. Bi, a flat jade disc with a circular hole in the centre and pierced figurative ornaments on the sides. Traditionally, jade discs were used as gifts in court ceremonies. The bi symbolizes heaven or sun. The earliest bi were produced in the Neolithic period. Second. An inkstone, mortar for the grinding and containment of ink, with circular recess and ornamental relief. Oriental Collectibles, Decor Items And Carvings, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments.